MANAGEMENT OF VATARAKTA (GOUT) BY SINGHASYADI KWATHA- CASE REPORT

Abstract

We know that Ayurveda is a branch of life science with answers to all medical problems. The disease known as Vatarakta is one of the ailments of Sammurchhna of Vata and Rakta. With Rakta acting as the main Dushya, it is a Vatapradhana Tridoshaja Vyadhi. Therefore, in Vatarakta, multiple etiological factors impact both Vata and Rakta. Acharya Sushruta detailed it in the Vatavyadhi Chikitsa chapter, but Acharya Charaka and Vagbhatta noted it in a separate chapter. Vatarakta may be related to gouty arthritis according to its causes, signs, and symptoms. Gouty arthritis is a purine protein metabolism disorder marked by hyperuricemia and monosodium urate crystal deposition in the joints. It is a chronic metabolic disorder of the musculoskeletal system that results in unbearable pain, discomfort, swelling, and a burning sensation in the affected joints. In this article, we focus on managing Vatarakta (gout) through Ayurveda. A 60-year-old female patient reported to the outdoor department of PGIA, Jodhpur, with complaints of Sandhi Shoola (pain in toes), Sandhi Shotha (swelling), and Daha (burning sensation) for the last six months. Other associate complaints were Vibandha(constipation), Daurbalyata(weakness), Shramahani (lethargy), incapacity, and excessive sleep for four months. The patient was diagnosed with Vatarakta (gout). Singhasyadi Kwatha was given orally twice a day after meals for 45 days. After 45 days of treatment, a significant response was found.